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Posted by Norminn on September 27, 2006, 6:30 pm
hpinsley@gmail.com wrote:
> We're remodeling our kitchen and my wife has fallen in love with a
> porcelain tile that has a high shine. I'm not sure if you refer to
> such tile as "polished" porcelain or not. However, my father-in-law
> has cautioned us against this choice claiming that it can get very
> slippery when wet and would be overly hazardous for a kitchen floor.
> I, too, think it is very attractive but wanted to do my due diligence
> to ensure we're not making a mistake. Any advice would be appreciated.
>
The mfg. or package might give a clue. Do they call it floor tile? I
would be afraid of a shiny glazed tile. We have porcellain tile, but
with more of a matte finish, irregular surface that looks a bit like old
stone. Ours isn't at all slippery. In addition to being slippery when
wet, it may also be a hazard to those in stockings or slippery shoes.
It is the rage in Florida to tile walkways and patios with tile that is
very slippery when wet. Depends a bit on whether slipperiness is
expected. Retired nurse - can't ignore the safety issues :o)
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